Between the Cercanías station and the historic centre, the Hotel Ciudad de Alcalá de Henares is on Calle Cánovas del Castillo, about a 5-minute walk from the trains to Madrid. It has private parking, air conditioning, free wifi and continental breakfast. It is a good fit if you combine Alcalá with trips to Madrid or arrive by car.
Location and getting around
Walking distances are short in both directions:
- Alcalá de Henares Cercanías commuter train station, about 5 minutes;
- Plaza de Cervantes, the university and Calle Mayor, about 10 minutes;
- the cathedral (Catedral Magistral), about 15 minutes.
According to the property, on the way to the old town you pass the O’Donnell park, beside the old city wall. Madrid–Barajas Airport (T4) is about 19 km away: go by taxi or car.
Rooms and facilities
Rooms have air conditioning and free wifi and, according to the property, are bright, with decor mixing classic and contemporary styles. Breakfast is continental.
The hotel has private parking; according to the property, it is paid. There is no sign of a restaurant or 24-hour reception.
Who it suits
- Guests who go to Madrid daily by Cercanías and want the station next door.
- Drivers who prefer to park at the hotel.
- Anyone who wants to walk to the historic centre in about 10 minutes.
Good to know
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:30; check-out is by 11:30. Parking is charged separately. Although it is called a hotel, it has no star rating. For alternatives without a star category, see the other accommodation section.